RCP Division JHB Meet and Greet

RCP Division JHB Meet and Greet

 

RCP Division JHB Meet and Greet – 21 May 2026

Johannesburg, let’s connect!

Join the PsySSA RCP Division Meet & Greet – JHB for an afternoon of networking, conversation, and inspiration with fellow RCP members and Executive Committee representatives.

Guest Speaker: Bianca Jarvis
Date: 21 May 2026
Time: 12h00 – 14h00
Location: Emeris (Waterfall)

Come grab a coffee, grow your network, and be part of meaningful conversations in psychology and mental health.

RSVP by Tuesday, 19 May 2026: https://forms.gle/gGooYV8BxTGJt6uz6

 

About the Guest Speaker:

Bianca Jarvis is an HPCSA Registered Counsellor with a strong academic and practical foundation in psychology, counselling, and neurorehabilitation. She recently completed her Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology at the South African College of Applied Psychology, where she was selected among the top 25 candidates nationally and maintained an exceptional academic record throughout her studies.

Bianca has extensive experience providing individual and group counselling in both community healthcare and neurorehabilitation settings, including her work with Headway Gauteng supporting clients affected by traumatic and acquired brain injuries. Her approach integrates empathy, ethical practice, psychoeducation, and evidence-based counselling techniques, with a strong focus on resilience and holistic wellbeing.

In addition to her clinical work, Bianca has been recognised for her academic excellence and leadership, receiving awards from the Psychological Society of South Africa and maintaining membership in the Golden Key International Honours Society. Her professional interests include trauma-informed care, emotional well-being, psychometric assessment, and empowering individuals through collaborative psychological support.

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – 14 May 2026

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – 14 May 2026

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – 14 May 2026

Our next Board Exam Preparation Workshop takes place on: 14 May 2026 at 18:00 – 20:00

This FREE, interactive workshop is designed to support and guide future psychologists as they prepare for their board examinations.

Focus areas include:
Psychometry | Counselling | Research | Educational Psychology | Registered Counselling | Industrial Psychology (newly added)

Click the link below to register now and secure your spot!

PsySSA Commemorates World Autism Awareness Day 2026

PsySSA Commemorates World Autism Awareness Day 2026

PsySSA Commemorates World Autism Awareness Day 2026

 

On World Autism Awareness Day, PsySSA brings together contributions from the Division for Research and Methodology (DRM) and the Registered Counsellors and Psychometrists (RCP) to deepen understanding of autism across contexts.

Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference – shaped not only by individual experiences, but also by the environments, systems, and relationships that surround each person. These contributions highlight the importance of:

  • Challenging persistent myths and misconceptions
  • Recognising diverse ways of communicating, learning, and relating
  • Understanding the links between sensory experiences, anxiety, and emotional regulation
  • Supporting caregivers, educators, and practitioners with practical, evidence-informed strategies

In the South African context, meaningful awareness must move beyond information toward inclusion, accessibility, and dignity – ensuring that autistic individuals are supported across the lifespan, in schools, families, workplaces, and communities.

This collection invites us to reflect, learn, and act – centering lived experience and strengthening compassionate, contextually relevant care.

 

RCP Workshop – Opening Your Private Practice

RCP Workshop – Opening Your Private Practice

“Opening Your Own Private Practice”

Hosted by the PsySSA Registered Counsellors and Psychometrists (RCP) Division

 

Join the RCP division’s very own Shaazia Patel, an inspiring psychometrist, and Chantel Retter, a passionate Registered Counsellor, as they guide you through the exhilarating steps to kickstart your own practice. This informative webinar is recommended for Registered Counsellors and Psychometrists (RCP) members, as well as non-members.

Event Highlights:
From navigating the registration maze with entities like HPCSA and BHF to ensuring you are connected with the right medical aids, Shaazia and Chantel have got you covered! Plus, discover how to create eye-catching stationery and ignite your advertising strategy to make your practice shine. Don’t miss out on this opportunity — register for this workshop today!

Workshop Details:

  • Date: Monday, 30 March 2026
  • Time: 18:00 -19:30
  • Online Via Zoom
  • Cost: Free
  • 1 CPD point

 

This session will cover:

  • Navigating HPCSA and BHF registration
  • Connecting with medical aid companies
  • Creating professional stationery and documentation
  • Ethical advertising strategies
  • And more practical insights from professionals in private practice

Presented by:
Shaazia Patel – Psychometrist
Chantel Retter – Registered Counsellor

RSVP BY 24 MARCH 2026:
https://forms.gle/8mpawttp5gDZyZZr6

Contact Information: rcp@psyssa.co.zA

Shaazia Patel

Shaazia Patel

Presenter

Shaazia is a registered Psychometrist with extensive experience and knowledge in the assessment-related field. She is actively involved in various community volunteer projects. She is currently in the process of creating a project for pro-bono career assessments for those who are from disadvantaged backgrounds. Shaazia is passionate about sharing her knowledge and helping others and has been a mentor for the PsySSA Student Division National Mentorship Programme for several years. Her love for animals and helping people is leading her to attain her Master’s qualification to work within the Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy field.

Chantel Retter

Chantel Retter

Presenter

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – 14 May 2026

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – 15 January 2026

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – 15 January 2026

Our first Board Exam Preparation Workshop takes place on: 15 January 2026 at 18:00 – 20:00

This FREE, interactive workshop is designed to support and guide future psychologists as they prepare for their board examinations.

Focus areas include:
Psychometry | Counselling | Research | Educational Psychology | Industrial Psychology (newly added)

Click the link below to register now and secure your spot!

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – Save The Dates 2026

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – Save The Dates 2026

Board Exam Preparation Workshop – Save The Dates 2026

About this workshop

We’re excited to announce this year’s Board Exam Preparation Workshop series, designed to strengthen exam readiness for candidates across the psychology profession. Mark your calendars for our 2026 workshop dates:

15 January 2026 | 14 May 2026 | 10 September 2026

These sessions will offer a comprehensive, supportive, and engaging learning space for students and exam candidates in psychometry, counselling, research, educational, and – new this year – industrial psychology.

Through interactive and practice-oriented sessions, participants will unpack the structure of the board exam, explore core content domains, and strengthen the competencies required for success. The workshop also creates space for dialogue, clarity, and personalised guidance, helping each candidate cultivate the confidence needed to navigate the exam process with assurance.

We are proud to present this workshop as a collaborative initiative between our divisions:

  • The Division for Research and Methodology

  • The Society for Educational Psychology of South Africa

  • The Division of Registered Counsellors and Psychometrists

  • The South African Association of Counselling Psychology

This collective effort continues to affirm PsySSA’s commitment to advancing psychological science and practice in South Africa, upholding the highest standards of excellence, and empowering future professionals to contribute meaningfully to the well-being of our society.

More details will be shared soon – but for now, diarise the dates above to ensure you don’t miss out on this essential preparatory opportunity.